Arkansas State Park Events

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Our interpretive guides routinely schedule fun, family-friendly adventures that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 15,000 activities each year, including outdoor recreation skills demonstrations and workshops, guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding walks, kayak tours, living history activities, nature games, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, school field trips, and much more — there’s something going on all the time! Use the search filters to view specific parks, dates, or topics.

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Nov 15
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Know Your Knots

Programs
Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Whether you're fishing, camping, or just securing your gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to literally learn the ropes. Spend an hour getting hands-on with a variety of useful knots...
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Nov 15
4:30pm - 6:30pm

Yellow Rock Trail Hike Adventure

Hikes
Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike to explore the Yellow Rock area and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. This is a 2-mile hike. Wear sturdy shoes and be sure to carry drinking water.
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Nov 16
9:00am - 10:00am

Highpoint Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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Nov 16
9:00am - 10:30am

"Cleaning Up the Falls" Hike

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the trailhead for a hike on the Falls Branch Trail. This trail is best known for its seasonal waterfall. On this 1-mile hike, trash bags and gloves will be provided for the cleanup of litter seen on the trail. This program...
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Nov 16
9:30am - 10:00am

MTB Mondays: Trail Etiquette and Safety

Programs
Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Drop in to learn how to share the trail responsibly, pass safely, and ride with confidence while looking out for yourself and others.
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Nov 16
10:00am - 11:00am

HIKING: FOREST SAFETY

Hikes
Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hands-on program that teaches visitors how to enjoy the woods safely while staying prepared, aware, and confident on the trail. Wear sturdy shoes and don't forget to bring water.
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Nov 16
11:00am - 11:30am

CCC Stroll

Programs
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
The Civilian Conservation Corps holds a significant place in Arkansas history. Travel back in time to the origins of Lake Catherine State Park while on a stroll with a park interpreter. Observe the still-standing structures built by the CCC that make...
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Nov 16
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Little Explorers

Programs
Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Bring your little explorer for a weekly nature adventure. Each program features a new theme with hands-on, play-based sensory activities for ages 3-5. Meet in the grassy area across from the visitor center and bring a blanket to sit on. Caregivers...
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Nov 16
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Beneficial Benefield Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen are all highly recommended...
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Nov 16
3:00pm - 4:00pm

FROM SPARK TO FLAME: FIRE-BUILDING BASICS

Programs
Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Learn essential fire-building skills including tinder selection and structure. Perfect for campers and beginners.
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Nov 17
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

Programs
Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
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Nov 18
10:00am - 11:00am

Tinkering for Tots

Programs
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, 4087 Smackover Hwy., Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Our littlest museum visitors can participate in a hands-on, interactive tinkering activity designed for preschool ages. Contact the park for more information.
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Nov 19
9:00am - 10:00am

Introduction to Birding Walk

Hikes
Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars...
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Nov 19
9:00am - 9:45am

Benefield West Trek

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
With a park interpreter as your guide, trek along this beautiful, wooded trail that reveals some Arkansas’ best scenery and Mount Magazine State Park’s unique story. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent...
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Nov 19
9:00am - 10:00am

Crowley's Ridge Adventure School-Whitetail Tales

Programs
Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Swish your tails on over to the ridge to learn about whitetail deer. We will do a deep dive into their daily lives, the environments they live in, and then play a game to live like a deer. These events are geared towards homeschoolers; however, we...
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